Editorial | Live Better With Yoga

Yoga is not an exercise. It is a lifestyle. Yoga unites the body, the mind, and the soul. Yoga teaches us to live in harmony, remain healthy, and think well. In today’s world, where we have so much stress, noise, and speed, we all need something that would make us calm and balanced. That is why yoga is so vital. We need to adopt yoga with full heart—for our well-being, for our tranquility, and for a greener tomorrow.

Yoga originated in India over 5,000 years ago. The term “Yoga” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Yuj,” which translates as “to join” or “to unite.” Yoga unites the body and the mind. It consists of simple breathing exercises, postures (or “asanas”), and meditation. It can be practiced by anyone—old or young, rich or poor, weak or strong. It does not require costly machinery or enormous rooms. It just requires your time, a peaceful place, and some commitment.

The world these days is stressful and quick. Everyone is in a hurry. Students are under pressure in school. Adults have the stress of finding jobs, having money, and relationships. Individuals feel fatigued, anxious, or ill. Drugs may make the body feel better, but sometimes they cannot mend the mind. This is where yoga comes in.

Yoga teaches us how to breathe properly. Deep breathing calms the brain. It gives more oxygen to the blood. Yoga exercises make the body strong and flexible. Meditation helps us stay focused and happy. Together, these practices make our life better. Yoga makes us healthier from the inside and the outside.

Yoga is also said to cure several diseases. Individuals with pain in the back, asthma, increased blood pressure, and even heart disease have mentioned that they felt healthier after yoga. Physicians everywhere recommend yoga for good health now. Yoga can reduce stress, improve sleep, increase the digestive system, and decrease body aches.

More significantly, yoga does not merely cure disease it prevents it. Continuous yoga strengthens the immune system. Yoga enhances how our body functions. At present, when individuals are getting sick due to poor food, pollution, and tension, yoga provides us with a natural means of remaining healthy.

Our mind is as vital as our body. But most of the time, it is overlooked. Fear, anger, anxiety, and depression touch millions of lives. Yoga makes us master these feelings. It shows us how to sit quietly, inhale deeply, and observe from within. This lessens tension and provides peace of mind.

Most kids nowadays are on phones and social media for several hours a day. Their brains are constantly racing. They can’t concentrate. They can’t unwind. Yoga disrupts this habit. It instructs them on how to remain still and appreciate the quiet. This enhances focus and brings mental clarity.

Yoga originated in India. Yoga is a present that our ancient rishis bestowed upon the world. Now it is honored and practiced in nearly every nation. International Yoga Day is celebrated in the world on June 21 each year. It indicates how large yoga has grown. But we should never overlook that this present began from our country. It is our duty to honor it, preserve it, and practice it.

By adopting yoga, we not only make our bodies stronger—we are also preserving our culture. It is the sign of our wisdom, our strength, and our peaceful lifestyle.

Yoga is universal. It is not a religion or class. Yoga brings people together. A poor farmer and a rich businessman may both practice yoga and enjoy the same calmness. Everyone is equal in yoga. This matters a lot in a world where people get separated by money, race, and religion.

When individuals gather to practice yoga, they feel a space of serenity and togetherness. It generates faith and respect among individuals. In schools, colleges, offices.

Our government has also initiated measures to popularize yoga. Yoga is being taught in schools and colleges. Yoga camps and yoga days are organized in towns and villages. This is a very good initiative. Children who learn yoga from childhood grow up with better health, better concentration, and good habits.

We ought to make all children learn yoga. It has to be an integral part of daily living, as eating and sleeping are. Parents, teachers, and community leaders need to come together to make this a reality.

No need to be a professional. Start with 10 minutes a day, and learn some basic postures and breathing exercises. Do it at home, in a park, or join a group. Lots of free videos on youtube and yoga teachers in nearly every city. You can even do yoga on the bed or chair if your body is weak. Everyall effort counts. Besides, no special equipment or clothes are required for yoga.

Make yoga a family routine. Practice it with your kids, parents, or friends. Spread the benefits to others. The more individuals who practice yoga, the more serene our society will

In a world full of problems, yoga is a simple and beautiful solution. It helps us stay calm when life is hard. It makes us strong when our body is weak. It gives us peace when our mind is full of noise.

Yoga is more than a physical practice. It is a gift—a way to a higher life. Let us not squander it. Let us welcome it with love and respect. Let us live higher with yoga.

Let June 21 be not only one day of yoga—but the beginning of a daily routine. A routine that heals, connects, and elevates. Yoga is not for a day—it is for life.